Former Liverpool winger John Barnes has named his favourite to win this year’s Player of the Year award.
Barnes was one of the best left-sided midfielders in England in his time, and he also represented Newcastle and Watford, amongst others.
There are a number of players who have stood out so far this season, including Ollie Watkins and Cole Palmer, both of which Barnes highlighted.
At Manchester City, there is of course Erling Haaland, but speaking to Genting Casino , he named one of the Norwegian’s team-mates, Phil Foden.
He said: “I don’t think there are any outstanding candidates this year. You could say Phil Foden at Manchester City.
“Maybe Erling Haaland again because he is the top scorer in the league at the moment. There aren’t really any outstanding candidates at Arsenal or Liverpool, so Phil Foden is one name in the frame. I also think that Ollie Watkins should be in the conversation given the season he is having for Aston Villa.
“Cole Palmer, from an individual perspective, he has done really well, but his club are languishing in mid-table. He has been outstanding for his club, but does he deserve the individual award given Chelsea’s form? I’m not so sure.
“I think Phil Foden is probably the main candidate.”
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